The smartwatch has become synonymous with wearable technology, but the top June 2016 wearables employ a variety of other forms like earrings, helmets and t-shirts for tracking purposes.
While there are many wearable devices that are designed to monitor and analyze a range of activities, there are also models being developed for ultra-specific sports. For instance, Samsung developed a vibrating 'Blind Cap' to assist competitive swimmers who are blind or visually impaired. Similarly, the 'Whipper' is a device designed as a tool for rock climbers who want to track elevation.
Wearable technology is also being seamlessly integrated into clothing. Broadcast Wearables makes programmable LED t-shirts, while Qore Performance introduces wearable hydrating technology. Rather than existing solely in the tech industry, wearables recently had some time in the spotlight at the Met Gala with a Marchesa dress powered by IBM Watson.
Top 30 Wearable Innovations in June
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Senior-Friendly Wearables
The Omate Wherecom S3 Android Smart Watch is Designed for the Elderly
29
Automatic Shoe Lacers
The Rolling 8 Turns Laced Shoes into a Slip-On Footwear
28
Wearable Air Purifiers
The Breathe Device is a Small-Scale Filter System Designed for Personal Use
27
Wireless WiFi Backpacks
The Venture Knapsack Combines Luxe Design with Wearable Tech
26
Diabetes-Monitoring Devices
This Non-Invasive Device Helps Diabetics Keep Track Of Blood Sugar
25
Programmable LED Tees
This Digital T-Shirt Lets You Display Drawings and Text
24
Autonomous Wearable Cameras
The '61N' Allows for Autonomous Photo Shooting to Never Miss a Moment
23
Total Health-Tracking Wearables
The Huawei Honor Band A1 Smart Wristbands Measure UV Exposure
22
Supercomputer-Controlled Dresses
IBM Watson and Marchesa Create a Cognitive Gown for the Met Gala
21
Kid-Coding Wearable Tech
The Mover Kit by Technology Will Save Us Fosters Invention and Creativity
20
Social Media-Connected Sneakers
The 'SoSole' Footwear Design Encourages IRL Interaction
19
Stride-Analyzing Insoles
The 'Stridalyzer' Performance Shoe Insoles are Packed with Sensors
18
Stylish Fitness Watches
Garmin's 'Vivomove' Fitness Tracker Looks Like a Traditional Watch
17
Lifestyle-Tracking Earrings
These Information-Tracking Earrings Can Monitor Lifestyle Habits
16
Projected Smartwatch Screens
Samsung's Smartwatch Displays the Timeface Onto the Wearer's Skin
15
Sleep-Inducing Gadgets
The '2breathe' is a Chest Strap That Helps Soothe Wearers to Slumber
14
Sign Language-Translating Wearables
The SignAloud Gloves Translates Gestures into Audio
13
Tide-Tracking Smartwatches
The Nixon Unit Tide Water-Resistant Smartwatch is Rugged
12
Feminine Fitness Trackers
This Fitness Tracker Bracelet Has a Sleek and Elegant Design
11
Concussion-Detecting Helmets
This High-Tech Helmet Conducts EEG Tests to Detect Brain Injury
10
Accessibility Computer Peripherals
The CEBA 'GlassOuse' Mouse Redesigns the Mouse for the Disabled
9
Human Skin Touch Screens
The SkinTrack Allows Skin to Function as a Touch Screen
8
Car-Controlling Smartwatch Apps
Bentley's New Smartwatch App is Designed for Vehicle Control
7
Hydration-Enhancing Clothing
The Qore Performance Base Layer Clothing Keep Athletes More Hydrated
6
Rock Climber Wearables
The 'Whipper' Allows Climbing Enthusiasts to Track Elevation
5
Bio-Acoustic Music Wearables
This Wearable Device Translates Bodily Sounds Into Musical Data
4
Smart Swimming Caps
Samsung 'Blind Cap' Uses Vibrations to Connect Blind Swimmers and Coaches
3
Finger Motion-Sensing Keyboards
This Wearable Keyboard Converts Finger Movements into Key Presses
2
GPS-Integrated Activity Trackers
The Vivosmart HR+ Uses GPS Provide More Accurate Fitness Data
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Multi-Screen Smartwatches
Doppio's Wearable Technology Improves Functionality with Two Screens
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AI-Connected Smart Glasses
Samsung Announces Galaxy AI Smart Glasses
Dependable Adventurer Smartwatches
The SUUNTO Vertical 2 Will Offer Up to 65-Hours in GPS Mode
Continuous Hormone Trackers
Clair is a First-of-Its-Kind Wearable for Women
Monochromatic AI-Packed Smartwatches
The Conceptual Vetra Orbit One Has an E Ink Display
Ultra-Rugged Smartwatch Models
The Garmin Tactix 8 Cerakote Edition Further Reinforces Durability
Affordable Android Smartwatches
OnePlus is Rolling Out the Watch 3 Alongside its New Flagships
Smartwatch-Like Smart Rings
The Valour Ring 1 Offers Up to 15 Days of Use and Over 40 Sport Modes
Space-Inspired Programmable Smartwatches
Artemis Watch 2.0 Lets Kids Code Their Own Wearable
High-End Timepiece-Like Smartwatches
The COROS APEX 4 Has a Titanium Case and a Sapphire Crystal
Global Navigation Smartwatch Models
The Huawei Band 11 Series Tracks Over 100 Sport Modes
Real-Time Performance-Tracking Eyewear Designs
CYBERSIGHT Revolutionizes Smart Eyewear for Sports
Fast-Charging Smartwatches
Google Pixel Watch 4 Prioritizes Battery Life And Everyday Usability
AI Productivity Smartwatch Models
The Mobvoi TicNote Watch Has AI Processing at CES 2026
Fitness Wearable Partnerships
Amazfit Has Become the Exclusive HYROX Smart Wearables Partner
Marine-Specific Smartwatch Models
The Garmin Quatix 8 Pro Features inReach and 4G LTE
Health Protection Smart Rings
The IDR01 Smart Ring Has 18 Sport Modes and More
Screen-Free Fitness Devices
Luna Band Provides Real-Time AI Health Guidance at CES 2026
Wearable Assistive Smart Eyewear
Lighthouse Tech's TAMI® Innovation Assists People with Low Vision
Micro-Sized Finger-Friendly Smartwatches
The Rogbid Fusion Can Be Worn as a Watch or a Ring
Speech-Converting AI Wearables
Bling by Braindeck is a CES 2025 Innovation Awards Honoree
Wearable AI Productivity Devices
The 'Omi' Wearable Works with the User's Smartphone
Design-Driven Smartwatch Models
The Pebble Round 2 Will Be at CES 2026
Minimalist AI Jewelry Lines
Nirva Labs Previews a New Category of Wearable Technology
Context-Aware AI Pendants
Motorola Project Maxwell is a Wearable AI Pendant
Collaboration Budget-Friendly Smartwatches
The New moto watch is Powered by Polar
Wearable Assistive Technologies
The XanderGlasses Connect Offer Real-Time Captioning
Coordinated Smart Wearable Ecosystems
MOVA Debuts the Smart Ring H1 and Smart Glasses S1
Gemini Smart Glasses
Google Debuts AI Glasses With Audio And In Lens Displays
Analog Sensor Watches
The Ganance Heir Turns Mechanical Watches into Discreet Fitness Trackers
Jewelry-Like Fitness Wearables
Inllie Fitness Bracelets Capture Data in an Elegant Way
Chic Sporty Aluminum Smartwatches
The Motorola Moto Watch Fit Offers 16-Days of Use Per Charge
Simply Designed Smart Watches
The Doro Watch Brings Wellness to Seniors Who Want Less Tech Stress
Wearable Health Trackers
Oura Ring 4 Tracks Wellness With Precision and Sleek Design
AI-Powered Wearable Data Tools
Huawei Offes Complimentary Access to RacePace Premium
Advanced AI-Integrated Eyewear
MemoMind Smart Glasses Show Off Two Models at CES 2026
Subscription-Free Smart Rings
The ZEUS Smart Ring Looks and Feels Like a Simple Piece of Jewelry
Discreet Health-Tracking Earrings
The Lumia 2 Smart Earring Tracks Sleep and More
Apparel-Branded Smart Eyewear
Innovative Eyewear Partnered with Reebok on Pair of Smart Glasses
AI Clothing Scanner Apps
Worn App Scans Garments and Reveals Their Story Through Image Recognition
Human-Focused Wearables
Even Realities Introduces the G2 Smart Glasses and R1 Smart Ring
Wearable Voice Recorders
Switchbot AI Mindclip Records Speech and Transcribes It Through On-Device
Human-Centered AI Wearables
Even Realities Debuted New Smart Glasses and a Smart Ring
AI-Powered Watch Operating Systems
Google's Wear OS 6 Features Full Google Gemini Support
ECG Emotion-Tracking Smart Rings
The Dreame AI Smart Ring Offers Access to Ample Data
Ear-Based Health Trackers
The Lumia 2 Smart Earrings Carefully Monitor Cerebral Blood Flow
Athlete-Friendly Standalone Smart Sunglasses
The Minimis Flow Offers a Comprehensive Tool
Ai Smartglasses Concepts
Lenovo AI Glasses Concept Has Hands Free Wearable Interface at CES 2026
90s-Era Computer Smartwatches
The Apple Watch G3 Concept by Saffy Creatives is Nostalgic
Affordable Blockchain-Enabled Watches
BitMobile's Phēnix X Watch Presents an Ambitious Innovation
Wearable Fitness Tracker Concepts
Kusi Boateng Arthur Designs the Allai Wearable-1 Concept
Ai Wearable Rings
The Dribble is a Wearable Smart Ring with a Built-In Screen & Detachable Pendant
Edge AI Wearable Chipsets
Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite Powers Next Devices
Performance-Focused Wearable Technology Campaigns
Amazfit Partners with NFL Star Derrick Henry
Display-Equipped Item Trackers
The 'PhotoTag' Tracks Items for Up to 10 Months Per Charge
Gamified Brain-Boosting Headbands
The Muse S Athena Tracks Brain Activity and Blood Flow
Biohacker Technologies
Samsung Introduced the Galaxy Watch8 Series for Health Enthusiasts
Sweat-Based Pregnancy Wearables
MoleSense's Molecular Wearables Redefine Maternity Care
Chic Cushion-Shaped Smartwatches
The Latest Samsung Galaxy Watch Range Features Two New Models
Fitness-Tracking Accessible Smart Rings
The Pebble Halo Smart Ring Has a Subtle Digital Display
Elevated Smart Glasses
Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Have Built-In Display of Real-Time Translation
Gemstone AI Earbuds
AI Smart Gemstone Earpiece Turns Wireless Audio into a Jewelry-Style Wearable
Smart Watch Wheelchair Settings
Huawei Debuted Wheelchair Mode for Its Smart Wearable Devices
Rugged Mechanically Inspired Smartwatches
The Black Shark GS3 Ultra Has an IP69K Rating
Advanced Health Sensor Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch 5 Has the X-Tap Health Sensor
Bodily Health-Decoding Smart Rings
The Luna 2.0 Smart Ring Introduces LifeOS
Clinical Wearable Data Integrations
Samsung Partners With Verily Pre Platform
Perimenopause Wearables
Peri Tracks Periomenopause Symptoms Accurately & Objectively
Subtle Ultra-Advanced Health Wearables
The WHOOP 5.0 Targets Non-Athletes and Advanced Users Alike
Emotional State-Monitoring Wearables
ThingX Technologies Debuts a New Wearable — the Nuna Pendant
AI-Powered Sports Headbands
The Nuromova N1 Offers Ample Insight into Performance
Jewelry-Grade Smart Rings
The Oura Ring 4 Ceramic Comes in Four Colors
Modular Repairable Sport Smartwatches
The UNA Watch is Simple to Repair or Upgrade
Stylish Bright Digital Smartwatches
The Garmin Forerunner 970 is Detailed in Metallic Tones
AI-Driven Golf Wearables
Arccos Air Tracks a Player's Golf Game to Deliver Personalized Insights
Brain-Tracking Smartwatches
Timex is Working to Integrate Pison Sensors in Wearables
Lightweight Earbud-Equipped Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch Buds 2 Has a Titanium Alloy Casing
AI-Powered Bio Intelligence Rings
The Ultrahuman Ring Pro Offers 15 Days of Battery Life
Performance Tracking Sport Watches
PickleWatch Delivers Match Analytics & Real-Time Play Insights
Meditation Wearable Systems
Flow Meditation Adapts Real-Time Biofeedback into Immersive Routines
Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel
nanamica Introduces a New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025
AI-Powered Smart Sleep Headbands
Somnee's New Sleep Headband is Considered Next-Generation
Wearable Monitoring Technology
Talitrix Designs the T-Band to Push Boundaries in Monitoring
Performance-Ready Technical Fashion
Goldwin 0 Introduces its Latest SS25 Performance Range
Accessible Athletic Smartwatches
The Amazfit Bip 6 Has a Fiber Polymer Case and an Aluminum Frame
Kid-Friendly Sport Smartwatches
The WeariQ Kids Smartwatch is Low-Cost Yet Advanced
Wearable Tech Interfaces
The Meta Smart Wristband Introduces Gesture-Based Control
Smart Wearable Accessories
Diesel x Ultrahuman Smart Ring Tracks Biometrics and Lifestyle Metrics
Strength Training Wearables
Fort's Motion & Heart Rate Sensors Recognize Over 50 Exercises
Wearable Brain-Computer Interfaces
Sabi develops a beanie that converts thoughts into text
Disruptive Headphone Technologies
Linkage Global Collaborates on Two Headphone Models
Personal Wellness Smart Wearables
The Nova Smart Ring Gen 2 is Available on Kickstarter
Open Source Wearable APIs
Momentum Democratizes Access with the Open Wearables Interface
Ultra-Bright MicroLED Sport Smartwatches
The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro Series Features InReach Technology
Note-Taking Smart Rings
The Pebble Index 01 Doesn't Track Health Metrics
Wearable Molecular Monitoring Devices
Adaptyx Raises Seed Funding for a Special Wearable Device
Predictive AI Smartwatch Models
The Withings ScanWatch 2 Offers 35 Days of Use Per Charge
Demure Dive-Proof Smartwatches
The Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 Has Sonar-Based Communication
Wearable Private Media Hubs
Perisphere Integrates High-Fidelity Audio, a Swing-Down Display & More
Purpose-Built Strength Trackers
Fort Introduced the Fort Wearable Strength Band
Comprehensive XR Lineups
Goertek Spotlights Its Extended Reality Range at CES 2026
Sports-Focused Smart Classes
Innovative Eyewear Debuts the Reebok Powered by Lucyd Smart Eyewear
Smart Perimenopause Wearables
Peri Accurately Tracks Symptoms for Effective Management
Sleep-Monitoring Pads
The ISleePad Lets You Track Your Sleep with No Wearables Required
Low-Cost Multi-Sport Smartwatches
The COROS NOMAD Offers On-Device Mapping and is Priced at $349
Brainwave-Tracking Headbands
The Muse S Athena Monitors Brain Oxygen for Health Purposes
Intuitive Health-Tracking Rings
The Reebok Smart Ring Offers Users a One Score Rating
Reformer-Based Tracking Wearables
WHOOP and [solidcore] Enhance Reformer-Based Workout Tracking
Smart Wearable Companions
'Friend' is A Wearable Device for Combatting Loneliness
Underwater-Safe Smart Goggles
Form Swim's Smart Swim 2 Goggles Improve Swimming Experiences
AI Smart Sports Glasses
Simon Lin Designs the New AI Sports Glasses for BleeqUp
Biometric Digital Planning Tools
Lifestack 2.0 Integrates with Wearable Devices
Heat-Navigating Wearables
WATI is a Smart Wearable Concept That Helps Commuters Manage Urban Heat
Smart Menstrual Cups
Emm's Integrated Sensors Measure Flow Volume and Cycle Patterns
Squarish Sport-Ready Smartwatches
The Garmin Venu X1 Offers Eight Days of Use Per Charge
AI-Enabled Anti-Snoring Wearables
The Sleepmi Z4 Uses a Precision Algorithm to Detect for Snoring
Gaming Wearable Devices
Tetris Watch Combines Classic Gameplay with Smartwatch Features
Wearable Fertility Tracking Apps
Garmin Syncs Smartwatch Data with Natural Cycles App
AI Wearable Assistants
Friend Necklace Provides Open-Source AI for Tasks, Notes, and Notifications
Hypertension-Detecting 5G Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 11 Offers 24-Hours of Battery Life
Virtual Wellness Assistants
EvieAI is Exclusively Trained with Medical Journal Data
Safety-Focused Kids Smartwatches
The Gabb Watch 3e Offers GPS Tracking and Phone-Style Calling
Emotional Support Wearables
Friend Is An AI Wearable That Offers Real-Time Companionship
Tech-Enabled Smart Glasses
Snapchat Announces the Upcoming Arrival of its New 'Specs' Glasses
E-Paper Display Smartwatches
The Core Smartwatches Run PebbleOS and Offer 30 Days of Battery Life
Smart Olympic Jackets
Nike Team Usa Smart Olympic Jacket is a Wearable Digitalized Outer Layer
Athletic Sweat-Tracking Wearables
The Hydrosense AI Sweat Sensor Monitors Hydration in Real Time
AI-Powered AR Eyewear
Snap and Qualcomm Develop Intelligent Glasses with On-Device AI
Descriptive Wearable Concepts
Pebble Time 2 Revitalizes E-Paper Design with Refined Modernity
Wearable Fitness Trackers
AirJump Tracks Jump Performance Using AirPods and Beats Sensors
Stemmed Sleep Monitors
The Wellune Sleep Tracker Uses Soft Sculptural Form with Invisible Sensing
Personal Energy Tracking
BodyState Helps Apple Watch Users Monitor Energy Levels Securely
Prideful Modernist Tech Collections
The Apple 2025 Pride Collection Marks Pride Month in Style
Fertility-Tracking Wearables
The Natural Cycles NC° Band Tracks Temperature to Pinpoint Ovulation
Competitive Surf Technology
SurfBuddy Delivers Live Scores And Heat Data To Watch And iPhone
Stylish Smartwatch Designs
The Amazfit Active 2 Smartwatch Enhances Fitness & Everyday Convenience
Thermal Stress-Monitoring Apparel
Voormi Launches a Smart T-Shirt with ‘Mij’ Technology
AI-Powered At-Home Screenings
Feminai is Developing a Wearable Device for Breast Cancer Detection
Sporty Holistic Health Smartwatches
The Garmin Venu 4 Allows for Caffeine and Alcohol Tracking
Wearable EMG Wristbands
Meta EMG Wristband Expands Muscle-Sense Input Beyond Ar Glasses
Safety-Improving Positioning Wearables
Tended Works to Enhance Safety in Industrial Environments